What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Desborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Desborough station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Station Road via London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Bus Interchange and Newland Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Desborough?

The distance between Cardiff and Desborough is 228 miles. The road distance is 147 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Desborough without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Desborough without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Desborough?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cardiff to Desborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Desborough bus from?

Cardiff to Desborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Desborough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Desborough bus arrive?

Cardiff to Desborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Desborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Desborough is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Desborough.

Where can I stay near Desborough?

There are 471+ hotels available in Desborough.

Cardiff to Desborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Desborough by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ketteringtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
4h 22m
£103–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
7h 40m
£36–79
Drive 146.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Desboroughcar 146.1 mi
2h 52m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
5h 1m
£94–134
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
6h 59m
£64–122

Cardiff to Desborough by train, subway, foot, and bus

195Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£103Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Desborough.

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Distance: 226.9 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Desborough, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Station Road via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Kettering, and Newland Centre in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Station Road via London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Town Centre, Northampton Bus Interchange, and Newland Centre in around 7h 40m.

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